P3i are smaller and therefore look better in ears. But mic quality is definitely better in P3. So, it's either better mic and Low Latency in P3 or longer battery life and neat look in P3i.
@@zodmishra316 sure, they don't have the best mic on the market. A no-brainer choice would be AirPods. Among non-Apple I'd suggest something from Jabra.
In the UK the P3i still isn't yet available through Amazon (but the P3 is and with a £30 discount. Which is very attractive for this feature set). Personally, I like the idea of a physical button control. What really important for me is great call quality in a quiet environment, because I know two people with very poor hearing and I find earbuds help a lot. I'm always looking for a solution which improves what they can hear on a call. It's hard to judge this - but I think think the P3 sounded better in your quiet room test. My other Soundcore earbuds are not always the best option for calls. You tested The SoundPeaks Mini Pro recently & I do think these sound more clear & natural. Thanks for testing the microphone quality, It really helps me.
I personally like the mic quality for the P3 and I love the gaming option. I currently use first generation apple AirPods and I wanted a true noise canceling headphones and I’m considering the P3. Thanks for the informational review!
Thanks for the review. I'm going to go for the P3i primarily for one simple reason: Actual Tactile Buttons. In my experience its just too easy and annoying to inadvertenly change something when I'm trying to adjust an earpiece that has touch controls. I'm operating machinery much of the day, I dont need to be distracted because I accidently changed something when I touched the earpiece. Also, I frequently have gloves on and experience has also shown that touch controls and gloves often dont play nice together.
I've this happen in electronics for decades. The answer why drop the P3i is for market penetration to enhance brand recognition. I saw this happen with every major maker of stereo equipment. Marketing would get feedback if this unit was this lower price point rather than the higher price point I go move them out the door like hotcakes. Here they probably have seen their P3 being severely discounted and that can change people's price image they think is appropriate. So rather then discount their product they would rather offer a comparable with a few changes to justify the model change and price drop. Likely inside both are the same exact electronics with maybe a slight tweak to change how they respond or appear to the buyer. In fact, you could hack the cheaper stereo at the board level to restore the disable advance features, if you knew about it and had the skill. This isn't possible any longer as the boards are too small for that type of work. There is a reason for this drop and it always will be due to marketing and money. So if I was to buy I might go for the P3i around $50 if need another pair. Thanks!
It looks like Soundcore is also planning to release a dot style earbud in the near future called the Life A3i (which looks to have a button control on the side of the earbuds). Based on this comparison I imagine it will be a similar story between it and the Life A2 NC but time will tell. Thank you so much for your awesome and very detailed review and comparison! 👍
What they've basically done is to create the same product as the Life P3s, but without wireless charging. That seems to be the only real serious difference between the two. Sure, they added some newer tech to the P3is but the Life P3s still manage to sound better on voice calls - the mics seem to be much better on the P3s imo. I have been using them one earbud at a time for phone calls, and they work great that way, so if anyone was wondering, it seems that just one Life P3 with 3 mics in it is more than sufficient for every call I've made so far. That's the one thing I wish all reviewers would do when testing earbuds is put them through the paces when only using one as well as when using both. Great video though! I've watched quite a number of your videos recently and have enjoyed them very much. I will subscribe.
Nice informative review, thanks! To answer your question, I would buy the P3i for the slightly smaller size. I already have the P3 and find it big and heavy in the ears. I would also buy the P3i for the charging case design. I don't like the P3's clamshell case much. Cheers!
I've had the Beats studio pro wireless earbuds, Beats fit pro (Beats SUCK for over $100 ,music quality isn't that great and ppl hear cars driving by when talking) Sound Core P3 (sound isn't as great as P3i) and Samsung Buds. These P3i are super bomb! It has met my needs as far as sound in music and phone call quality.
You think that's pointless lol, try buying the "Life Note 3 XRs" which are carried by places like Target (where I got mine), Best Buy, and Walmart to name some. This is to avoid price matching, but the price I paid was cheaper than I can find for the P3s or even P3is anywhere either online or locally. But they are, quite literally, the exact same thing as the Life P3s, albeit with a slightly different case design (I kinda dig it more tbh, it's got a pseudo-carbon fiber look and parallel bud placement vs the angled approach the P3's case does) the only deficit is the lack of wireless charging. Otherwise, they're identical. HOWEVER, I managed to get Life Note 3s for $49 plus tax, as they were on discount. So while I'm losing out on wireless charging, the $20 cheaper price is definitely a plus.
I actually returned the liberty 2 pro cause of the low volume. I'm happy with the P3's especially with the extra bass. Don't get why why is hard to find loud earbuds...... Great review Jefe !!!! 😎
Dope comparisons. Mic sounds better on the P3 in my opinion. I was looking at both of these, particularly the P3, until I bought the Liberty 3 Pros this weekend. Bottom line: where the heck have I been not trying them earlier!! Thx
Another solid review Jeff, on point, as usual. I own a set of Liberty 2 Pros based on your review and a few others and I love them. That being said, I wanted to try some stem style buds and, after getting my girlfriend the Soundcore P3 buds for a gift, I decided to give something less expensive a go in case I didn't like them so, I ended up purchasing the P3i buds. To say that I'm impressed would be an understatement. For $55 Canadian, I don't think a better buy exists. Like you, I am an audio enthusiast (from back in the 1970s) and, as such, audio quality is my primary concern. Well, these buds do not disappoint. In fact, for the money, I would be hard pressed to find a pair of true wireless earbuds that I am enjoying more than these. Keep up the great work, Brother.
i've been getting the life p3i as xmas gifts for friends and family as they've been discounted between 35-40 dollars. however, when i saw them for 33 dollars recently i got a pair for myself. turns out the life p3i can connect to 2 devices. the marketing material never mentions it but it does work i have it paired to my iphone and laptop. that alone makes the p3i superior
Damn, your voice is so perfect, precise, and smooth, it's like you've been programmed with a computer lol plus the information is super clear and organized. It makes reviews much more enjoyable (for me, personally 😛). Thanks for helping me figure out which earphones did what!
@@ELJefeReviews 👍👍👍 I read somewhere that the Life P3 have a function to track them when they're lost but it didn't seem like the P3i can do the same. It said that you can have them emit a loud noise using a "Find My Headset" fonction within the Soundcore app. I was wondering if other models of Soundcore earbuds have that same capability and if you ever made a video about this, regarding Anker's earbuds (and maybe other brands as well) to know which ones can be located this way. I'm making the suggestion, if ever that's something you'd like to talk about (then again, maybe it's rare and there isn't much to say, I don't know), but I don't understand why it's not standard. Even my old cordless phones at home have such a function. I've waited up to this point before buying any wireless earbuds because they're tiny and I was afraid to lose them so for me, this function is a game changer (even if it's not as sophisticated as with the Apple AirPods, which I'm not interested in).
Thanks for the disclaimer at the end and doing what you do, this is something that is rampant in tech reviews and leaves me little to no faith in many. A new product that is marketed heavy drops, and every tech reviewer has a video all on the same day ready to roll. They're all generic saying that same thing, it's literally just advertisement and channels shilling for the company to make a living. That is fine however people need to understand this when watching other tech reviews or any product reviews.
I have the soundcore life p3i and they sound amazing. But the only downpoint in my opinion is that there is not enough button clicking patterns for all the commands.
No worries. I did not take it as an insult since all you did was ask a question. Most people simply insult me instead of asking why I wear them. It's an invisible illness. All we can do is try to educate ourselves about these conditions more so we can be better prepared in the future. Invisible illnesses are medical conditions that are not outwardly visible to others, even healthcare professionals. They can include: Heart disease, Diabetes, Dementia, Psychiatric illness, Autoimmune disorders, Cancer, Debilitating fatigue, Pain, Cognitive dysfunctions, Mental disorders, Hearing and eyesight impairments.
I am currently using MPOW M30 Plus with touch control. There are so many unintentional touches when I use it while driving (while wearing a helmet) or while listening to music in bed. I really hate it. That's why I'm looking for a TWS with tactile/physical buttons. That's why I think I'll choose P3i. :)
Just like with Soundpeats.. they release so many ear buds so close it the same.. or with simular names or their successor but are so different.. T1 or T2.. H1 or H2.. crazy.. Soundcore rocks though.. thanks for a great video.. 👍
@El Jefe- Thanks again for yet another awesome review. I am already your fan and have seen lot of your other Tws reviews. I am thinking of buying Tws with good Anc, App and Aptx support. I am not into gaming and use an Android phone. Wireless charging not required as well. While I am more inclined to buying towards Life P3 due to better features, they do not support Aptx so wanted to know if Life P3i supports aptx? Does having Aptx support in Tws really matter? Any other Tws that you would suggest under 100 Usd?
1. Neither support aptX. 2. No. It's a nice codec to have but it should never be a deciding factor. 3. Soundcore Life P3, Soundcore Life A3i, 1More PistonBuds Pro, Earfun Free Pro 2.
@@ELJefeReviews - Thanks a ton for your inputs. Is it worth considering Tribit flybuds C1? I understand Aptx and Bluetooth 5.2 may not matter much but does having Anc and Ambient mode like in Life P3 matter? What will be a better choice?
Major props for the disclosure. It's really appreciated. Good comparison. One thing I'd like to know is how they compare size-wise. Which one sticks out of the ear more?
Love soundcore but I can't wear ear buds with the rubber pieces on them. What alternatives would you recommend that dont have the rubber pieces like the old apple airbuds? Thanks.
Lots of people (including Linus Sebastian) seem to really like sleeping with the LG Tone Free FP5/8/9. The super tiny Galaxy Buds Live might be a good option as well. I've personally been able sleep with foam tips on IEMs like the Fiio FA1, FH1, or F9. Best thing about Fiio is that they offer bluetooth adapter devices (UTWS & BTR Series) that transform any wired earbud, IEM, or over-ears you like into wireless headphones. 😁
Great review as always!! I might mess around and get both… lol! I like the fact that these have button controls. At my job (I have to wear gloves in a factory) or even working out, I personally think buttons work better in those situations. Although they don’t have the wireless charging, having the extra playtime is cool with me. At work, it will handle my whole shift!! I’m glad these work with the app! Soundcore probably has one of the best apps that work with their earbuds. In any normal circumstance, the P3s are great for the extra cash. Like you said, it comes down to personal preference.
Hi El Jefe, which Spinfit eartips go with life P3 & p3i. I have both of them. P3 are my premium earbuds and p3i I like to take out because box is small and slim. However I do really love the controls on p3i. Thank you for your amazing reviews.
Excellent review as always 👌 👌 👌 👌 👌. I actually got the P3 the 2nd time couple of days ago for £49.99 I am glad I did as the firmware update is excellent for phone calls outdoors and indoors. Your voice sounds like your voice on these earbuds, unlike other earbuds which may make your voice sound tiny or too bassy. I have tried them last year and they were very bad in call quality. Worth every penny and more, the P3s. Big brother have you seen the firmware update?
I don't feel that any of them is good when it comes to voice calls. Do you recommend any other option in Soundcore that are so good in calls rather than those two options mentioned?
I LOVE soundcore! But to be honest "multi-mode noise cancellation" (indoor, transport, outdoor) is a reason I won't buy the p3 or any other soundcore product that has this function in the app because it makes daily life inconvenient, for example; I have to go into the app to switch to transport mode when I get on a bus or train, I switch to outdoor mode when I get off the transport, switch to indoor mode when I get indoors where I'm going. It's a real downside because it only blocks out certain frequencies in each setting and other sounds will still come through. I much prefer simple noise cancellation on/off like how they do on the liberty 3.
@@ELJefeReviews Jefe, hello again. Have you had the opportunity to listen to Moondrop space travel? I saw several reviews of this tws and its tuning is highlighted as a good differentiator. If you've used them, does it have better audio quality than the a3i? Thank you for answering my question about the a3i and p3i.
@@jonathantrejo8153 El audio es excelente, muy buena calidad la verdad, pero te digo que tienen muchos bajos, es cuestión de gusto, tuve que reducir los bajos con el equalizador que tiene su aplicación.
I understand why Soundcore does this, having several Soundcore earbuds and headphones. Soundcore "i" series are actually Soundcore's updated (latest bluetooth versions) and made affordable (but losing some features that are not critical) versions of previous or old model earbuds and headphones. Just like this Life P3i, which is an updated version (bluetooth 5.2, longer battery, more compact) of the Life P3 but made affordable by losing some features (wireless charging) and downgrading some features (ANC features, microphone quality-subjective). They also do this with their wireless headphones, like the Soundcore Q20i is an updated (to bluetooth 5.3) version the old Q20 headphones.
Hey! I don't know which one to buy ,I use the earbuds only for music ,on the gym, and for phone calls. i don't know wich one can be good for me based on these pitchers
This is normal from Soundcore. They most likely updated the SoC to something more efficient that can provide improved battery life. They've done this with a few previous models.
@@ELJefeReviews would this make them better now than the p3i? Also they seeming lost the "Life" in the title, would you say that the p3 are better or worse than the p40i? Given it's been updated? Thank you in advance! Looking for better ANC
Unfortunately I do not have the updated P3. I only have the original version. I prefer the P40i over the P3 so that is the only recommendation I can make.
@@ELJefeReviews thank you for your response! the p40i seems to have more noise canceling features than the more updated p3i, instead of the three scenario option you have that and adaptive on the newer p40i, it has newer BT ad well plus more battery life, or as far as I'm aware reading amazon listings. I could be wrong but I've chosen the newer p40i over the p3i.
Anybody had troubles with their P3? They worked flawlessly until some days ago, now the sound cut every 5 seconds, I did a hard reset on them, but it didn't fix anything
Which earbuds can be used with ANC ON independently with each bud. I'm an Uber driver and I'm not allowed to have both earbuds on. But ANC is a must to reduce car road noise, thanks 👍
I have the life p3 and I can’t turn on anc or transparent hearing without both earbuds on. Personally, if you really want both earbuds just keep one out the case and keep the other in your ear. They can be used independently for listening tho 👍.
Hi! Just subbed. I'm looking for TWS with a stem, button controls and ANC. I've seen the review for these and 3anc on your channel. Any others that you'd recommend? Thanks in advance!
you literally dont look like you sound, remind me of the homie from CPT, However, thank you for the detailed and informative vid bud. Quality work 👍Subbing
HI EL JEFE , Thanks for the review. I have a question, The prices currently are: Soundcore Life P3 - US $ 57.81 Soundcore Life P3i - US $ 44.84 What should I buy?
Hello! , do you think that these earbuds are better than the edifier neobuds pro in terms of the sound quality, and i lean more in the bass. Thanks Jefe
I have a P3 (on the box has no "life" P3 and blutooth connection say only P3 too) Is this an older modell? Just because I can't pair them to the application. Sound works well. App can't see the buds.
I ordered the p3i from Amazon for £33, then read about the gaming mode on the p3 so managed to get a brand new set off eBay for £37. For an extra 4 bucks I find the idea of low latency more appealing as a steam deck headset, compared to the extra amount of battery, as I only use them a max of 3 hours at a given time.
Currently in my country the p3i (in my country it is called life note 3i for some reason) cost Rp599k (around 40 dollars), but soundcore also just released the life dot 3i with the same price, and i was about to order the p3i (since you said you should only get them if i can get them under 50 dollars) now i'm confused on which one to get, since both cost the same, same product descriptions, same spec, same feature, the differences i could see were the button positions and design. Should i get the p3i or the dot 3i? (oh and since i got a coupon, i can get them for Rp515k (around 35 dollars))
I think I found the perfect earbud. Can you recommend a budget earbud no more than 60.00 that would be the offspring of the mini pro and Soundcore p3i? never knew I was this picky about music lol. Thanks again!
I need help deciding which earphones to get out of these: Sony WF-C500 Soundcore P3i Earfun Air S Mainly looking for the best sound quality and least latency as possible when watching videos, which ones do you think I should go with (or you can rank them)? Thanks
I just received the P3i model and I actually think that the bass doesn't have the rumble that I am looking for. Does the P3 have a bit more bass or is the sound exactly the same as the P3i? Thanks.
@@ELJefeReviews Just tried it. I think the problem I am having is that I am thinking that I will get the same rumble that I get from the Soundcore Q30s. Thanks for the help, though. I appreciate it.
I’ve been searching high and low for some anc earbuds with stem that are the best alternative to AirPods Pro. Any suggestions? Mainly having the 3 modes of anc.
